IUPAC Name
Calcium Dihydrogen Phosphate
Cas Number
81012-89-7
HS Code
2309.90.90
Formula
CaH4P2O8
Appearance
White Crystalline Powder
Common Names
Calcium Biphosphate, Monocalcium Phosphate, Phosphoric Acid
Packaging
25 Kg or 50 Kg, Inner PE Bag and Outer Woven Bag
Brief Overview
Monocalcium phosphate, also known as acid calcium phosphate, is an inorganic compound and is commonly found in monohydrate form. Monocalcium phosphate is colourless and it can appear in both granular and powder form. It is used as a leavening agent in the food industry.
Manufacturing Process
A reaction between calcium carbonate and wet processed defluorinated phosphoric acid produces monocalcium phosphate. High-purity Monocalcium phosphate is produced by treating calcium phosphate with concentrated phosphoric acid.
Food Industry
Monocalcium phosphate is used as a leavening agent in a bakery for cakes, bread, and other baked foods for improved texture. It can also be used as an emulsifier and flavor enhancer in beverages.
Cosmetic Industry
Monocalcium Phosphate is used as an abrasive, buffering agent, bulking agent, oral care agent in cosmetics and personal care products.
Animal Feed Industry
Monocalcium Phosphate is used in fertilizers. Monocalcium Phosphate is also used as a food supplement for livestock and poultry. It restores phosphorous and calcium minerals to the mineral deficiency cattle diet. They facilitate the metabolism of livestock and poultry, strengthening their immune and reproductive systems.
Other Applications
Monocalcium Phosphate is widely used as a stabilizer and emulsifier in many other industries like glass and plastic manufacturing.
